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Unpermitted blast under investigation by City of Powell River

Unpermitted blast under investigation by City of Powell River

Explosion occurs in Wildwood neighbourhood without proper permitting
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Letter: Townsite Jazz Festival was a joy to experience

Letter: Townsite Jazz Festival was a joy to experience

"Paul Cummings is a local treasure." ~ Sheila McPhee
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BC Coroners Service investigating two deaths on Sunshine Coast

BC Coroners Service investigating two deaths on Sunshine Coast

The deceased were found in a residence in ts'ukw'um (Wilson Creek) on May 3 
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BC NDP warns motion to investigate forestry company 'out of order'

BC NDP warns motion to investigate forestry company 'out of order'

Plans to investigate Paper Excellence's ownership structure and business ties now face delays at the federal and provincial level.
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Canadian diplomat expelled from China in retaliation for similar move by Ottawa

Canadian diplomat expelled from China in retaliation for similar move by Ottawa

OTTAWA — Beijing declared a Canadian diplomat as "persona non grata" Tuesday in retaliation for Ottawa's expulsion of a Chinese consular official over allegations of foreign interference.
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Ticked off: Pest control experts warn of dangers associated with early tick season

Ticked off: Pest control experts warn of dangers associated with early tick season

Here's what you can do to protect yourself.
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B.C.’s last wildlife control officer shares stories from 30 years of dealing with problem predators

B.C.’s last wildlife control officer shares stories from 30 years of dealing with problem predators

Dennis Pemble released his memoir, written alongside wife Karen, in March
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VCH rep outlines complex care for City of Powell River Council

VCH rep outlines complex care for City of Powell River Council

Several agencies coordinating to look after people in need with complicated issues
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Meet ‘Dudesy': The AI that hosts a comedy podcast with B.C.-born actor Will Sasso

Meet ‘Dudesy': The AI that hosts a comedy podcast with B.C.-born actor Will Sasso

The show offers a look into how artificial intelligence will affect entertainment, merchandise and branding
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Facebook resistance to paying for news links 'deeply irresponsible': Trudeau

Facebook resistance to paying for news links 'deeply irresponsible': Trudeau

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Facebook's resistance to paying publishers for articles posted on the platform is "deeply irresponsible" and "out of touch.
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